JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm vs Scorpeus Pro V 16mm
The Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm differ on 3 published specs and match on 5. Every figure below is the maker's published spec, checked 2026-10-09. Pickleland doesn't lab-test paddles, so this is a spec comparison, not a play test.
| Paddle |  JOOLA Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm |  JOOLA Scorpeus Pro V 16mm |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Widebody | Standard |
| Weight | 8.1 oz | 8.2 oz |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| Length | 16" | 16" |
| Width | 8" | 8" |
| Handle length | 5.25" | 5.25" |
| Grip circumference | 4.25" | 4.125" |
| Face | Textured CF (carbon fiber) | Textured CF (carbon fiber) |
| Core | PP core + EVA foam wall | PP core + CF + EVA foam |
| Construction | TechFlex Power (TFP): foam outside the paddle frame, under the edge guard | KineticFrame throat; Hyperfoam Edge Wall (foam injection around the edges) |
| Approval | UPA-A pro certified and USAP PBCoR .43 certified | UPA-A certified; USAP certified |
| Price at Pickleland | $149.95 | $299.95 |
What is different
- Weight: the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is 0.1 oz lighter (8.1 oz against 8.2 oz).
- Grip circumference: the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is 0.125" thicker (4.25" against 4.125").
- Core material: the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is listed with PP core + EVA foam wall, the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm with PP core + CF + EVA foam.
What is the same: core thickness (16 mm), length (16"), width (8"), handle length (5.25"), face (Textured CF (carbon fiber)).
The "pick it if" lines apply the usual rule for each spec to these two paddles' published numbers. The surest test is to demo them on a court.
Buy or demo them at Pickleland
Quick answers
What is the difference between the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm?
The Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm differ on 3 published specs and match on 5. Weight: the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is 0.1 oz lighter (8.1 oz against 8.2 oz). The full side-by-side table on this page is built from the maker's published specs.
How much are the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm and the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm?
At Pickleland the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm is $149.95 and the Scorpeus Pro V 16mm is $299.95, before 8.25% Texas sales tax.
Can I try both before buying?
Yes for the Scorpeus Pro IV 16mm: it is in the demo rack at Pickleland in Pflugerville, Texas. A demo rental is $8.